Charmin Flushable Wipes Blamed for Massive Plumbing Problems

A class action investigation is looking into the promotional materials for Charmin flushable wipes, which have been allegedly clogging up the plumbing systems in the homes of consumers. Charmin flushable wipes have been reportedly not deteriorating or disintegrating as advertised, which caused many sewer systems and septic tanks to become clogged and require professional repair.

Charmin flushable wipes are marketed as a cleaner and more comfortable option to traditional toilet paper. Flushable wet wipes are moist towelette wipes that can be used for personal hygiene, and are made from a combination of paper, viscose fibers, and non woven fabric.

Wet wipes are processed and moistened with water, softeners, lotions, or even perfume to emit a pleasant smell and touch when applied. These products are marketed as “flushable and safe for sewers and septic systems,” but numerous consumers have reported differently.

This is because flushable wipes are designed to be more durable than toilet paper, and are not meant to break down as easily. This leads to clogged toilets and damaged septic tanks, with many experts advising consumers against flushing these wipes even if they are advertised as “flushable.”

Charmin flushable wipes are no different and have been reportedly clogging sewers and septic tanks, which has forced numerous consumers to pay hundreds to thousands of dollars in repair costs.

Overview of Flushable Wipe Problems

Flushable wipes are a part of the $6 billion wet wipe industry, with sales increasing by 5% to 6% per year since 2007. This growth can be largely attributed to the popularity of flushable wipes, with some consumers largely preferring these wipes to regular toilet paper.

It is important to note that while the flushable wipe industry was growing, reports of backed up sewer lines, pumps breaking down, and overflows were increasing at water treatment plants.

According to a 2013 Consumer Reports test of  four flushable wipe brands, including Charmin flushable wipes, researchers compared the time it took for the wet wipes to breakdown in the sewer system. The study found that at least 10 minutes were needed in the standard mixer to break down the flushable wipes.

Even with this study, manufacturing companies are still marketing these wet wipes as flushable and that they will break apart when flushed. This has allegedly caused numerous consumers to sustain significant plumbing damages in their home, incurring huge bills for professional repairs.

These consumers allege they would not have bought or used Charmin flushable wipes if they had known the product would cause such damages to their plumbing systems, sewers, and septic tanks.

Several class action lawsuits have already been filed against manufacturing companies, with consumers seeking compensation for any plumbing damages they sustained, along with false advertising damages.

One class action lawsuit was filed in May 2014, with plaintiffs alleging that Proctor & Gamble had falsely advertised their Charmin flushable wipes as safe for flushing. The claim alleges the flushable wipes do not break apart and had clogged their plumbing system.

Join a Free Charmin Flushable Wipes Class Action Lawsuit Investigation

If you purchased Charmin flushable wipes that damaged your sewer or septic system, you may be eligible to join a free flushable wipes class action lawsuit investigation.

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